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452 Principles and Practice of Air Pollution Control (2000)

3 1/2-day lecture course
2.5 CEUs

Course Description
This entry-level course presents a broad overview of the major aspects of air pollution control. The lessons include information about pollutants, pollutant sources, effects of pollution, dispersion of pollutants, measurement and control of emissions, laws and regulations pertaining to air pollution control, and other related topics. This course is a recommended background course for all areas of study in the APTI curriculum.

Major topics

• History of Air Pollution Control
• Health and Environmental Effects of Air Pollution
• Transport and Dispersion of Air Pollutants
• Air Quality Management
• Ambient Air Quality Monitoring
• Measurement of Emissions from Stationary Sources
• Emission Inventories
• Laws and Regulations
• Control of Emissions from Stationary Sources
• Control of Emissions from Mobile Sources
• Pollution Prevention
• Compliance Monitoring and Enforcement
• Indoor Air

Desired Background
Students should have a college-level education and six months of equivalent work experience. Course SI:422 is highly recommended as a prerequisite.